In Cuba, We Have Lost the Ability to Dream
The phrases “We shall overcome,” “Building socialism,” “Yes we can,” have become mantras in official discourse…
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An Aging Population Clouds Cuba’s Future
Demographic profiles of Cuba reveal an aging country, with fewer births than deaths, an enormous emigration of young people of working age.
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Sugar Industry Collapse in Cuba
Cuba exported 8 million tons of sugar in 1989. Today, it must import more than it produces, which is unprecedented for the island.
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The Yayabo River in Sancti Spiritus, Cuba is Dying
The power outages complicate the pumping of water, so that the population has been without tap water for several weeks.
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“It Was All a Scam” A Cuban’s Tale of Deceit from Russia
After living in very vulnerable conditions in Cuba, Lazaro thought he had found a way out. But the opportunity wasn’t was made out to be.
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The Hotel Nacional of Havana, Cuba
I visited the Hotel Nacional during the government of James Carter, who strengthened ties between Cuba and the USA. (34 photos)
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Cuba Has Fruits & Vegies for People with Relatives Abroad
On the roadside in Havana, private kiosks sell California garlic, Mexican watermelons, Turkish charcoal, and much more.
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Confiscation – Economic Vengeance of Nicaragua’s Repressors
“It’s not only taking away properties, it’s erasing all legal traces of them. They’re stripped of their nationality, pensions & civic records”
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Cubans from the Depths of the Valley
Since centuries ago, the unquestionable natural beauty of the Yumurí Valley has worked its magic. It enchants the soul… (14 photos)
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Cuba Turns to China to Survive
The signing of documents with China aims to strengthen ties, encourage investment, and spark interest in multi-destination tourism…
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